2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs 2026 INFINITI QX80

$90,595 · SUV

$83,750 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV commands attention with its sheer presence, measuring a massive 227.0 inches in length, promising uncompromising three-row luxury, while the 2026 INFINITI QX80 injects thrilling performance, boasting 450 hp and a muscular 516 lb-ft of torque—30 more horsepower than the Cadillac's 420 hp. The QX80 is the efficiency winner, delivering a combined 18 MPG compared to the Escalade ESV's 17 MPG, even while offering superior acceleration potential. However, the Escalade counters with significantly greater utility, featuring 41.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the QX80's 22 cu ft. The initial purchase price heavily favors the INFINITI at $83,750 against the Cadillac's steep $90,595, making the QX80 an intriguing proposition for performance seekers watching their upfront investment.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 INFINITI QX80

The slightly better 18 combined MPG and smaller overall footprint (211.2 inches length) make the QX80 marginally easier for daily urban navigation.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV

The Escalade ESV offers a commanding 41.5 cu ft of cargo capacity, substantially exceeding the QX80's 22 cu ft for hauling gear and luggage.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 INFINITI QX80

The QX80 delivers superior raw power with 450 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, offering a more spirited driving dynamic than the Escalade's 420 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX80

The INFINITI QX80 undercuts the Cadillac by $6,845 while providing superior horsepower figures.

Choose the Cadillac Escalade ESV if...

Maximum hauling capability is non-negotiable, thanks to its class-leading 41.5 cu ft of cargo space.
You prefer the imposing, flagship presence provided by its massive 227.0-inch length.
The established luxury status and slightly better highway efficiency (19 MPG) are priorities for your large SUV.

Choose the INFINITI QX80 if...

You demand the highest torque output, with the QX80 offering 516 lb-ft for effortless passing power.
Saving $6,845 on the initial purchase price is a key deciding factor for your budget.
You want the best power-to-efficiency ratio, netting 18 combined MPG from a 450 hp engine.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Cadillac Escalade ESV	INFINITI QX80
Length	227.0"	211.2"
Width	81.1"	83.3"
Height	76.4"	76.6"
Wheelbase	134.0"	121.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	6.2 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	450 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/19 MPG	16/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	18 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	420.0/532.0 mi.	377.6/472.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	28.0 gal.	23.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	55.0 in	14.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	AKG	—
Speaker System	19	14
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Klipsch Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	600W
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended

Frontseats

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	39.1 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	43.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	64.2 in.
Front Hip Room	61.7 in.	59.9 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.8 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.2 in.	63.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.0 in.	59.9 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Fixed Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Dimensions	22 x 9.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/50R22	275/60R20
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 8.0 in

Suspension

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Cadillac	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 45000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV and 2026 INFINITI QX80.

How much larger is the 2025 Escalade ESV compared to the 2026 QX80?

The Escalade ESV is significantly longer, measuring 227.0 inches in length compared to the QX80's 211.2 inches, resulting in a dramatic difference in sheer road presence.

Which vehicle offers better pure performance figures for driving enjoyment?

The 2026 INFINITI QX80 takes the edge in raw output, generating 450 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, which surpasses the Escalade ESV's 420 hp and 460 lb-ft.

Is there a meaningful difference in fuel economy between these two large SUVs?

Yes, the QX80 is marginally more efficient with an 18 combined MPG rating, edging out the Escalade ESV's 17 combined MPG rating, despite having 30 more horsepower.

Which SUV provides more usable storage space behind the third row?

The Cadillac Escalade ESV is the clear winner for cargo, offering 41.5 cu ft, which is nearly double the 22 cu ft available in the 2026 INFINITI QX80.

How significant is the price difference between the two models?

The INFINITI QX80 starts at $83,750, making it $6,845 more affordable than the Cadillac Escalade ESV's $90,595 MSRP.

Do these vehicles use the same type of fuel and drive layout?

Both models recommend premium unleaded fuel and feature a rear-wheel-drive configuration, though the Escalade utilizes a 10-speed automatic while the QX80 uses a 9-speed unit.